Gunman takes phone, debit card

Dover Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place June 29.

Staff reports

An armed robber stole a Dover man’s cell phone and debit card during a nighttime holdup on Anne Avenue, Dover.

The incident took place at 11:15 p.m. June 29, said Dover Police Department spokesman Capt. Tim Stump.

The victim told police he was walking along the street when a black man came up to him, placed a gun against his head and demanded the items. The robber was last seen walking toward Salisbury Road, Stump said.

Anyone with information on this crime is asked to call Dover Police at (302) 736-7111. Callers may remain anonymous. Tips also may be submitted to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at (800) TIP-3333 or on-line at www.tipsubmit.com.